The use of prefabricated and modular construction components in affordable housing development can result in a streamlined design process, lower costs, improved efficiency, and reduced waste. In this session, learn about modular construction innovations and strategies for navigating local zoning and permitting challenges. DISCUSSION LEADER Mary Tingerthal, President | Tingerthal Group, LLC PARTICIPANTS Ahmad Abu-Khalaf, […]
Learn what the affordable housing community is doing to develop and market first-time homeownership programs for families of color and low-income households. DISCUSSION LEADER Joaquín Altoro, Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director | Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority PARTICIPANTS Jaya Dey, Senior Economist | Freddie Mac Katrina Jones, Vice President, Single-Family Strategic Initiatives | Fannie Mae Alanna […]
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Discuss what it takes to embed a racial equity and inclusion lens in research. See how organizations can use innovative data methods that recognize the impact of racial inequality to develop community-based programs and to advocate for solutions at the local and national levels. DISCUSSION LEADER John Patterson, Director of Planning, Research, and Evaluation | […]
Walk through the process one cross-departmental HFA team followed to formulate, implement, and enforce a social media policy for agency staff. PARTICIPANTS Jessica Cherry, Director of Operations | Florida Housing Finance Corporation Taylore Maxey, Press Secretary | Florida Housing Finance Corporation […]
The homeownership rate in the United States has not fully recovered to pre-Great Recession levels. Learn how HFAs are addressing this challenge by developing programs to meet the specific affordable mortgage financing needs in their state, as well as designing new ways to spur affordable single-family housing development. DISCUSSION LEADER Carrie Hamaker, Single Family Administrator […]
Resident and supportive services in affordable housing can help stabilize families and improve outcomes. Explore various models of resident and supportive services certification and what to look for in an application. Consider different approaches to implementing services, how to measure capacity of providers, and how to make sure services offered at properties meet varying levels […]
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A continuation of Part 1 TRAINERS Jackie Martin, Training Facilitator | Training Systems, Inc. Carolyn Thompson, President | Training Systems, Inc. […]
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Discover how Rhode Island Housing increased the number of active landlords participating in its Housing Choice Voucher program and the Iowa Finance Authority illustrates the positive chain reactions its investments create throughout the state. Featured are these 2020 Awards for Program Excellence entries: Iowa: IFA Chain Reactions – FY19 Annual Report Rhode Island: Hello, Landlords! […]
Housing stability is critical for high-risk, vulnerable populations experiencing significant life changes. Hear how HFAs are playing leadership roles in unique partnerships aimed at reducing gun violence, preventing recidivism, and supporting survivors of domestic violence. DISCUSSION LEADER Matt Rayburn, Deputy Executive Director and Chief Real Estate Development Officer | Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority PARTICIPANTS […]
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